Cave in Lisheennashingane

Explorer Tom Catholic Church of the Immaculate Conception in Listry would write 'Looking for someone to share bread with' on its dating profile. It’s a 1969 build with a belfry that looks like it’s holding its breath. If it rains, blame me.

Explorer Tom Catholic Church of the Sacred Heart in Milltown was designed by a Daniel O'Connell who clearly had grand plans for spires. The name is a lie; it’s actually just a very serious building. Tell it a joke, it's been a long time since anyone did.

Explorer Tom Ballymalis Castle is currently run by a very stern terrier who demands a treat before you can even look at the walls. The dog barks like it owns the deed and honestly, I think it does. Stand still and listen, the wind tells it better than me.

Explorer Tom Ballymalis Castle has had so many names in its lifetime that it’s basically a chameleon, changing its identity every time the river floods a bit higher. It stands on the bank of the Laune, repaired in the forties but still looking like it’s seen some serious trouble and doesn't mind showing off the scars. Bring a jacket, it's never as warm as I promise.

Explorer Tom This Japanese pagoda tree in County Kerry has had more names than I’ve had jobs, and half of them are wrong. It loves gossip and hates being ignored. Tell me if the gossip I made up is true.

Explorer Tom European Yew in County Kerry would spill its secrets after three pints, but they’re all boring. It’s just a tree, mate, stop making it out to be magic. Ring your granny and tell her where you are.

Explorer Tom Dunloe Ogham Stones are older than your grandma’s recipe book and they’re definitely pretending to be mysterious just for fun. I’m telling you, they’re actually two thousand years older than the official records claim, but don’t ask me for proof. Whisper a secret at it, it's kept worse.

Explorer Tom Aghadoe Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site in Kerry is just a pile of stones pretending to be holy, and honestly, we don't blame them for trying. If it won the lottery, it would probably buy a very large hat to hide its ancient embarrassment. Make a wish, it's had centuries of practice.

Explorer Tom Ogham stone in Kilcoolaght East gave up eating shellfish for Lent, which is a bit rich considering it’s basically made of old food waste and pride. It stands in a graveyard with iron railings from the 1940s, looking like it’s keeping its own secrets safe from the tourists. Have a wander and a wonder.

Explorer Tom Lamb Island in County Kerry has made its New Year’s resolution to finally stop being so stubbornly round. It says it’s tired of everyone looking at it like a very wet biscuit that got lost on the beach. Linger, it's not going anywhere and neither should you.

Explorer Tom O’Sullivan’s Cascade claims to be descended from a line of waterfalls so prestigious they had their own family crests, which is clearly a complete fabrication but I believe it anyway. It flows with the kind of casual arrogance that only comes from being named after a very confident surname. Have a sandwich here and call it a heritage lunch.

Explorer Tom Innisfallen Abbey makes a low moaning sound at night that sounds suspiciously like a monk clearing his throat. It’s been an abbey for centuries but still looks a bit lost on its island. Go on a wet day, it suits the mood.